Tanaiste Simon Harris is understood to have delivered that message to the Irish Cabinet following the conclusion of the trade agreement between the US and the European Union.

A 15% tariff has been in effect since August 7, while the previous 10% tariff will apply to goods that are already in transit or have been warehoused for consumption before August 7 until October 5, 2025.

Mr Harris is believed to have told his ministerial colleagues that while the Framework Agreement finally provides some more certainty, Irish exporters will continue to be negatively impacted.

Ireland’s intention now is now to assess if further improvements can be made in areas of interest for Irish exporters including spirits and medical devices.

The country’s exports were 75.4 billion euro (£65.59 billion) from

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